Teacher of Science - Biology or Physics

Position: Teacher of Science, Biology or Physics

Hours of Work: Full Time

Contract terms: Permanent

Contract type: Term Time

Ideal Start date: 24/04/2025

Place of Work: Rookwood School, Weyhill Road, Andover SP10 3AL

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, committed and well qualified Science teacher to join our well-established Science department and contribute to its excellent results at all levels.

As a Science teacher at Rookwood School, you will be expected to teach Science to pupils from Year 6 to Year 8 and Biology and/or Physics to Year 9, GCSE and A level students. The post holder will be expected to take part in the future development of the subject both within the curriculum and in extracurricular activities. 

Nestled on a leafy site in Andover, Rookwood School is a happy and thriving learning environment for pupils aged 2 to 18. At the heart of our ethos is strong pastoral care, where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. Our school motto, ‘Sapere Aude,’ translates to ‘dare to know’ or ‘have the courage to understand’, perfectly capturing the essence of our identity. We encourage our pupils to question, explore, and achieve more than they ever thought possible.

Science is a popular subject both at core and examination level. Students at GCSE follow the AQA Syllabus and take either the Dual award or separate Sciences. Physics, Chemistry and Biology are all offered at A Level and follow the AQA syllabus. 

We are looking for a Teacher of Science who can:

• Contribute to the vision of the department through the delivery of engaging lessons and exciting opportunities throughout the school.
• Work with the Head of Science / SLT to monitor and evaluate the department’s schemes of work alongside development plans and departmental policies.
• Ensure the students are fully supported, academically and pastorally, working closely with the Head of Science/ SLT
• Work together with the Head of Science to ensure that all tests, examinations and assessments are based on the department’s specification and are conducted fairly, providing extra time if required
• Have knowledge of pupil’s achievements and progress in previous year groups, or schools, to ensure that this is used effectively to monitor student’s attainment in order to secure good progress in textiles
• Set expectations and targets for pupils and effectively monitor to ensure progress is being made
• To reflect on their own teaching skills and take appropriate action to continuously improve the quality of teaching and learning
• Ensure assessment, curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for pupils of all ages and abilities, including special educational needs and EAL
• Monitor progress and evaluate the effects of any improvement strategies on teaching and learning by working alongside subject staff, analysing work and outcomes
• Ensure that internal examinations are set and marked by the required date and that results are entered into the school management system
• Plan and teach interesting and engaging lessons, in keeping with the examination syllabuses where appropriate

In return we will offer you:

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment
• Opportunities for further professional development
• Employee assistance provision
• Access to reduced educational fees for qualifying children
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community

Applications are invited to be submitted via our online application portal: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000655

The closing date for application is – 5th December 2024

The full Job Description can be obtained directly from the vacancies section on our school website - www.rookwoodschool.org/vacancies.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

Rookwood School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, right to work in the UK, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment and two satisfactory references.

All positions which involve working with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).